Tenino charm meets timeless character—this historic 1946 home offers 3,200+ sq ft of space to live, host, and unwind on a generous corner lot. With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home provides the perfect blend of space, functionality, and flexibility. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed layout featuring hardwood and laminate flooring, a dedicated dining room, and inviting living spaces filled with natural light. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry and essential appliances, making it ideal for both everyday living and hosting gatherings. The primary suite provides a private retreat with an ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Downstairs, the partially finished basement creates the ultimate hangout or entertainment zone—complete with a wet bar and cozy pellet fireplace, making it the perfect space for game nights, movie watching, or hosting guests. Outside, the fully fenced yard offers room to relax, garden, or entertain with a deck, outdoor fireplace, and plenty of usable space. The corner lot adds extra privacy and functionality features a detached oversized 4-car garage, and large separate detached RV parking garage making it credible flexibility for hobbies, storage, or workspace needs. House is walking distance of Tenino City Park and schools. Schedule a showing today of this historic home!
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Listed by: Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay • Kara Elizabeth Jess
Bought with: Jason Mitchell Real Estate WA
Zestimate®
$560,000
497 Central Avenue E, Tenino, WA 98589
4beds
3,224sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.33 Acres Lot
$560,000 Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$3,355 Estimated rent
Home value
$560,000
$532,000 - $588,000
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Cozy pellet fireplaceGenerous corner lotHardwood and laminate flooringWet barThoughtfully designed layoutPlenty of usable spaceDedicated dining room
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Listed by:
Kara Elizabeth Jess,
Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay
Bought with:
Robert Ellis, 139099
Jason Mitchell Real Estate WA
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2515192
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Heat Pump, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Electric, Pellet, Propane
Cooling
- Heat Pump, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove, Lower Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,224
- Total interior livable area: 3,224 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wired for Generator
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Outdoor Fireplace, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 54902300500
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank, Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Tenino
Location
- Region: Tenino
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $609,200
- Annual tax amount: $6,695
- Date on market: 7/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Sold | $560,000-2.6%$174/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2515192 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Pending sale | $575,000$178/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2515192 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $575,000-4.2%$178/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2515192 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,950+82.4%$186/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2515192 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2017 | Sold | $329,000$102/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1172811 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2017 | Pending sale | $329,000$102/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty, Inc. #1172811 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2017 | Price change | $329,000-3.2%$102/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty, Inc. #1172811 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $339,900$105/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty, Inc. #1172811 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,726 -1.6% | $609,200 +0.4% |
| 2023 | $5,820 +14.6% | $606,700 +15.5% |
| 2022 | $5,078 +14% | $525,200 +20% |
| 2021 | $4,456 -8.7% | $437,700 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $4,879 +38.4% | $415,700 +19.5% |
| 2019 | $3,524 -5.7% | $348,000 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $3,738 +49.3% | $331,700 +26.5% |
| 2017 | $2,504 | $262,200 +8.8% |
| 2016 | $2,504 | $241,100 +3.8% |
| 2014 | $2,504 | $232,300 +3.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $225,400 |
| 2012 | $2,523 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $2,153 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $2,378 -29.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $3,394 +63.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,079 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $1,956 -1.8% | $135,700 |
| 2000 | $1,992 | $135,700 |
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Neighborhood: 98589
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAParkside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Tenino Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Tenino High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Tenino Mid
- High: Tenino High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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